ICELAND & THE HIGHLANDS

Day 1: On the traces of Games of Thrones

Please plan your flight to arrive the evening before, or with a landing time no later than 6 am. The pick up from the BSI bus station in central Reykjavik will be at 9 am.
Today we arrive at Snæfellsnes around 12 pm. We have dinner and enjoy our free time until we get the horses saddled up for the first ride. We start on a trail just outside of Grundarfjörður, a small beautiful town situated in the north of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula. We continue our ride towards Kirkjufell, the most distinct mountain in Iceland, considered one of the top 10 most beautiful mountains in the world, and yet most recognized as being “Arrowhead Mountain” on the TV series Game of Thrones. On the way we stop at the majestic waterfall Kirkjufellsfoss, take a selfie and enjoy the pristine nature around us. Then the ride leads us to the roots of Mt Kirkjufell where we make our way around this unique natural wonder, riding on the beach and grassy fields, we might even experience the famous Icelandic midnight sun.

 The timing of the ride around Kirkjufell depends on the tide. In this case, we ride in the early afternoon.

Accommodation: Room at Midhraun Lava Resort

Riding distance: 15 km.

Day 2: Fjordhopping: Grundarfjörður- Kolgrafafjörður – Bjarnarhöfn

We start our ride into the mountains passing Grundarfjörður, following the old postal route towards Kolgrafarfjörður bay. We bring the herd with us today and ride through green grasslands and cross rocky grounds. We rest the horses at the  foot of the mountain range Axarhamar, before we take the steep way up the mountain Tröllaháls. The ride leads into the beautiful Hraunsfjörður fjord where we ride past deserted farms and through the mystical Berserk lava, named after two unruly Berserks that were betrayed by an Icelandic farmer in the 10th century, and end our day at the farm Bjarnarhöfn.  

Accommodation: Room at Midhraun Lava Resort

Riding distance: 26 km.

Day 3. Bjarnarhöfn - Berserk Lava and the old Berserk Road.   

This day is dedicated to the old Berserk Road, escorting us through the mythical Berserk Lava Field. Here, we pause to marvel at the peculiar lava formations. Weather permitting, and if the lake “Selvallavatn” is compliant, we may diverge to a hidden waterfall nearby. The journey concludes along the enchanting Berserkjargata lava trail, the final resting place of the legendary Berserks, where we immerse ourselves in the sagas while riding with the herd. Back at Bjarnarhöfn, the day offers a cultural twist with a visit to the shark museum to delve into the world of the Greenland shark and perhaps daring to sample “hákarl,” the notorious fermented shark.

Accommodation: Room at Midhraun Lava Resort

Riding distance 22 km.

Day 4. In the steps of the giantess: Ride over the Snæfellsnes mountains following Kerlingarskarð.   

Today's route leads us from Bjarnarhöfn again to the old Berserkjargata. We pass craters and abandoned cottages and ride on soft paths up to Lake Selvallavatn, with a spectacular view of the colorful 4000-year-old Berserk lava field and variably shaped landscape around. We continue with our journey, making our way towards the mountain pass of Kerlingarskarð, once a well-trodden postal route. This pass takes its name from a rock formation known as "kerling," which, according to local legend, is a giantess turned to stone. The story says that this giantess was heading home with fish from the lake when the morning sun caught her, transforming her and her string of trout into a permanent stone fixture. This landmark, which has long been passed over by cars, now offers a path less traveled, allowing our horses to roam freely. We spend most of our day riding through the mountain pass and will end on the south side of Snæfellsnes.

Accommodation: Room at Midhraun Lava Resort
Riding distance: 35 km.

Day 5. Return to Reykjavik

After breakfast we say our goodbyes to the horses and drive back to Reykjavik OR continue to ride on for two more days at the beach.
Plan for your return flight in the late afternoon (after 4pm).

ACCOMMODATION:

Comfortable shared rooms (either 2 beds or 4 beds per room) in a cottage accommodation with made up beds (no sleeping bags needed!). Single room may be accommodated subject to availability- please inquire.
Accommodation before and after the ride are to be arranged individually.

FOOD:

During the ride full board is provided. Our menu consists of a large breakfast and traditional Icelandic meals (fish or lamb). Vegetarian meals are available on request when booking. All riders make their own packed lunch from the breakfast table.

2026 Dates:

• June 27- July 1

PRICE:

€2,350 per person.

Note: Intermediate riders (children 10 years and older are allowed on this tour if they are advanced riders and travel with at least one parent riding)

WHAT IS INCLUDED:

1) Bus transfer from Reykjavík to the farm.

2) During the ride full board is provided. Our menu consists of a large breakfast and traditional Icelandic meals (fish or lamb). Vegetarian meals are available on request when booking. All riders make their own packed lunch from the breakfast table.

3) Alcoholic beverages are not included in the tour price. They can be bought at a reasonable price in the Duty Free Store at Keflavik Airport upon arrival or at the liquor store in Grundarfjörður.

4) Rain wear, water bottle, saddle bag, riding helmet.

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED:

1) Individual travel insurance
We encourage tour participants to obtain relevant travel insurance before visiting Iceland.

2) Flight to and from Iceland

3) Alcoholic beverages
You are welcome to bring your own drinks to enjoy in the evening. Alternatively, our chef typically offers a limited selection of beer and wine for purchase. You can pay in ISK (cash), or if needed, we can stop by an ATM after the tour. Riding under the influence of alcohol is not permitted.